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Many of us enjoy the wonderful feeling of being separated from the open road by only two wheels and an engine. No one, however, wants to be broken down on the side of the road, or get into an accident, because of some mechanical failure that could have easily been prevented. Maintaining a smooth ride on your motorcycle requires regular mechanical work, and with almost the entire US enclosed in winter's frosty grip this time of year, now is the perfect time to pull out your tools while the bike is locked up in the garage.

First, let's start with some year round basics. Every time you fill up the tank, ensure that you have proper tire pressure. You can easily do this with a pencil sized tire pressure gauge found at any mechanical shop. If you don't, you'll risk a costly flat. Experienced riders can also gauge their tire pressure by how it feels, but only if they've spent a lot of time on their bikes. This is also a good time to check the treads on the tires by taking a small object, such as a penny, and measuring the depth of the trenches. If it's about 2mm, or the size of Lincoln's forehead, then your tires are safe. If not, it's time to change them out.

Not everyone does this, but you should lube up your drive chain after every ride. Friction can weaken the strength of the chain, and it may eventually break. It's easier to do when the chain is still warm, so it should be the first thing you do right after a nice long drive. Just use any commercial spray lube that you can find at a bike shop. You'll also want to use a newspaper to cover the rear wheel rim so it doesn't get dirty.

Regular oil changes are a no brainer. Over used oil can corrode the engine and cause some serious problems, including loss of gas efficiency, corrosion of the air filter, and gelling of the oil itself. Also, make sure the gauge is on max or high before a trip. Be cautious of overfilling the oil chamber, because it can cause flooding in the air cleaner. It should also be mentioned that high temperatures, combined with high speed driving, and frequent stopping and starting in congested areas can lead to rapid oil breakdown. The oil filter should be also be replaced every other oil change as well.

Now, let's get to some of things you can do while your bike is in the garage all winter. This is a great opportunity for your yearly brake fluid change. Remember that some bikes have two places for brake fluid, one near the handle bars and in the rear. While you're at it, take a look at the brake pads, and make sure they haven't gone all the way down to the metal. You can also purchase braided steel brake lines to increase you brake pad's performance up to 50%. Brake pad maintenance is extremely important for your personal safety on your bike. After all, you'll want to be able to stop on a dime should anything happen.

Check the fuel lines for any damage from the past year, and see if the fuel filter is clogged. The fuel filter itself should be changed every two years as well. Remember, untreated gasoline only lasts for about 6 months, and you can seriously damage your engine if you try to run on old gas. Drain the fuel from the gas tank and fill it up with new gas before you take her out after a long hibernation.

Now comes the tough part. One of the hardest places to do work on most bikes is the battery. Since most of us have our bikes shut in for the winter, this is a great time to do some much needed maintenance. Most of this should be done monthly, but most people only recharge the battery at best. Beyond that, you should check the electrolyte level. Only use distilled or deionized water in your battery, never tap water. Make sure you're wearing protective gloves and goggles as well. Check all of the connectors, cables, and make sure the battery is clear of any dirt or grime. Make sure the exhaust tube is free of any kinks, and when you're done, test the battery with a volt meter. This way you'll know if you'll need to replace the battery in the coming months.

That's about all the basic tips I have. If you want to do some more extensive work, or make this your winter project, I suggest you talk to your nearest motorcycle mechanic or take some time to search online. If you use these suggestions to maintain your bike this winter, you'll probably save a lot of money in the next coming year, and have a smoother ride all year around.

By: Zachary Freeman

Edited By: Bruce A. Tucker

About the Co-Author
Mike is the author of the book Vegetable Gardening for the Average Person: A guide to vegetable gardening for the rest of us, available on Amazon, Barnes & Noble and where ever gardening books are sold. He can be reached at his website: AveragePersonGardening.com where you can sign up for his free newsletter and he will send you a pack of vegetable seeds to get your home vegetable garden started.

Fly Fishing - an Introduction

 

Introduction To Fly Fishing

Over the last 2000 years humans have employed numerous methods of archery, fishing and hunting in order to find food. Over that time, fly fishing has become seen by many anglers as the essential method of fishing requiring skill, patience and stealth. Indeed trout fishing is by far the most rewarding fishing whether boat fishing or bank fishing.

When compared to other forms of fishing and the fishing equipment required at the bank, fly fishing stands out above the rest due to the limited fishing equipment that is needed; allowing greater stretches of a river or lake to be explored in a session. By employing what is essentially a fishing lure presented in such a way as to convince the fish it is a living creature worth devouring encompasses all that relates to the history of archery, fishing and hunting.

Which Rod?

There are several things that you need to think about when choosing the right type

of fly fishing. Every reel and fly fishing rod has a certain function and knowing the function is critical to its success.

One of the first things that you need to consider is comfort. Is the rod that you're

using comfortable for you to hold? If you're shorter than about 5'5" you won't

want to use a rod that is seven feet. Choose a fly fishing rod length that is easy for you to hold and cast for a few hours at a time.

Most of the fly fishing rods on the market today are designed to allow you to feel when a fish takes the bait. The shaft of the fly fishing rod is called a "blank" and when the rod is first manufactured the blank is made from fiberglass, graphite, or other materials. Each

of these blanks has an action that is either: light, medium, medium/heavy, or

heavy. The upper portion will also have an action that is either: extra light, light,

or regular. Both ends of the blank are assembled and the final result is a fishing rod, complete with a handle and guide. No matter what type of rod that you're using, the "action" of the rod will refer to the "blank". The action of the rod will have a great

deal to do with the type of fishing that you're doing.

Now go to your local tackle shop and ask to try out a range of rods in order to decide which best suits yourself. This will be an individual thing and the only way is to try the rods bearing in mind .

Which Reel?

Reels – There are three main types of reels that you can choose from when it

comes to fly fishing: (1) baitcasting reels, (2) spinning reels, and (3) spincast reels. The reel that you choose will depend your own personal preferences.

Baitcasting reels: Baitcasting reels have better accuracy and control of the lure

than other reels. They are better equipped to handle lines that are ten or more

pounds in weight. The one thing to be aware of when using a baitcasting reel is

that they often have the tendency to snarl or fight back when the spool starts to

spin faster than the line that is being played out. This is particularly true if you are

casting into the wind.

To prevent these backlashes, baitcasting reels have a magnetic braking feature but

you'll want to count more on the control of the spool tension, which is a knob that

is usually located right beside the handles. You'll need to set the spool tension

knob for each lure by holding the rod straight and disengaging the spool. Loosen

the tension just until the lure begins to drop down and then tighten the spool just a

bit.

When you're casting the reel you'll disengage the spool and then hold it tight with

your thumb. When you want the lure to move forward you'll simply loosen up on

the pressure. After some practice you'll learn to control the speed of the spool so

that you have better accuracy.

Spinning reels: Spinning reels are reels that have a spool that is stationary. The

line is spun onto the spool as a device called a "bail" rotates around it. Spinning

reels can be used for any size of line but more experienced fly fishers will use it

for lightweight lures with a weight less than ten pounds. Spinning reels tend to

perform a little better than baitcasting reels when you're casting into the wind.

One disadvantage of using a spinning reel is that there is the inevitable twisting of

the line which will create tangles and knots. When your line becomes twisted the

best thing that you can do is replace the line with a new one. One way that you can prevent some of these tangles from occurring is by putting the spool into a glass of

water for about 24 hours before you head out to go fishing, giving it a chance to

soak.

To cast the spinning reel, hold the handle of the rod with one hand, making sure

that the spinning reel is on the bottom side with your middle finger placed in front

of the "foot" of the reel. Slowly open up the bail and pull the line behind the first

knuckle of your index finger. Release the line by pulling your index finger into a

straight position. You can control how far you cast the line by letting the line

move along your index finger as close to the spool as possible as the line unwinds.

When you want to stop the line you simply push your finger against the lip of the

spool.

Spincast reels: Spincast reels are also known as "push button" reels. They are

closed-face and are very easy to use. They are almost impossible to tangle and can

be cast in smooth, long arcs without twisting. The main portion of the spool is

encased in a covering and it remains in one place while a pick-up pin spins around

the spool. When buying a spincast reel make sure that you don't buy the most

inexpensive one since you want to pay for good quality. Many beginner fly fishers

do well with a spincast reel.

To cast the spincast reel all you need to do is depress the push button and hold it

down. You'll release the button when you want your lure to move in a forward

position. Most spincast reels are able to be used with any weight lure or line size.

Which Line?

Most of the lines that you'll use for fly fishing will be made of nylon

monofilament. However, other lines are becoming just as popular such as lines

that are (1) braided, (2) co-filament, or (3) fused. No matter what type of line you

buy make sure that it's a "premium" line. Premium lines are more durable and

even than cheaper lines. You'll want to match the fishing line that you buy to the

following criteria and conditions:

· Strength: Strength is measured in the pounds of force that is needed to

break the line. You'll find that most lines will break at higher weights than

they are sold at.

· Resistance to Abrasion: When you're fishing in areas where there are a lot

of brush or rocks you'll want to use a line that won't break easily when it is

constantly rubbed.

· Line Diameter: The diameter of the line will affect the way the line is cast

as well as how deep your lure will run. Diameter also has an affect on the

visibility and stretching of the line. The thinner a line is the harder it will be

for the bass to see it. Thinner lines will also give some bait, such as grubs, a

more realistic flowing action. The one good thing about lines with a thicker

diameter is that they are better able to withstand abrasion.

· Stretch Lines: Stretch lines won't break as easily when they are being

pulled by a fish. They are beneficial in letting you detect strikes as well as

help you in setting hooks.

· Line Stiffness: The stiffness of the line is related to its stretch. The stiffer

the line is the harder it will be to cast. The advantage to having a stiff line is

that is more sensitive than flexible lines.

· Line visibility: In clear water it's important that your line is as invisible to

the fish as possible. However, you'll want to have a line that is highly visible when your fishing lures are on a subtle strike, such as worms, grubs,

and jigs. This is so that you can easily detect any movement on the line that

may indicate a fish is biting.

Holding your Rod Effectively

It’s important that you learn to hold your rod effectively under any fishing

conditions. You want to make sure that you maintain good control at all times

without gripping too hard. You can adjust the power of your hold when you’re in

the middle of a cast. This will allow you to minimize the vibrations of each

movement. With just a bit of practice you’ll be able to increase the tightness at the

same as you learn to relax your grip.

Which Bait?

Following is a list of some best bait choices as recommended by the experts:

? Grubs: Grubs are small lures that are usually used to catch larger fish.

Grubs are great for use in highland reservoirs where there is little cover for

the fish. The grub is much like a bare jig head that has a soft plastic body to

attach to the hook. You’ll want to use them most often in clear water

conditions.

About the Author

I am a quality engineer working in the nuclear industry. I live and work in the Lake District in the United Kingdom. I have 4 children, one of which can be seen in my profile picture. I have been hooked on fishing since childhood and love taking my two twins fishing on the many lakes, tarns and rivers in the Lake District.

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